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Explore the beautiful seaside resort towns of Taormina and Castelmola with a private tour from Messina. See Taormina's ancient Greek Theater overlooking the beach. Gaze at the gorgeous Giardini Naxos Bay to understand why this area has been a popular resort for a very long time. Continue to nearby Castelmola to browse its small boutiques before returning back to Messina.

Make the most of your time in Sicily on this immersive, small-group shore excursion. Over the course of just half a day, you’ll venture to Taormina (and will discover top landmarks like its Greek amphitheater), will visit the hilltop village of Castelmola (renowned for its impeccable scenery), and will finish with a walking tour of Messina’s historical city center. Port pickup and drop-off, and round-trip minivan transit, make logistics seamless and stress-free.

Italy’s Alcantara Gorges were formed by water running from the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna. On this private, full-day tour, you’ll get to explore the striking, 50-meter black lava walls and the clear waters of the Alcantara River. The trip is limited to small groups of no more than eight participants.

Starting our tour from Messina, crossing along the Tyrrhenian coast, after approximately 90 minutes we will reach our destination - Argimusco also called the "Sicilian Stonehenge" - where we will start our two hours of trekking in the middle of these mysterious megaliths. Your experience will continue with the visit of the castle of Montalbano Elicona and a tasting of typical products. The day-trip will end up in Messina with a short stop in the panoramic point from where you will be able to admire the hystorical centre and the Ionian coast.

Rated as one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, the hilltop Montalbano Elicona offers scenic streets, sweeping vistas, and a charming feel. Discover the village’s history and highlights on this seamless, full-day tour from Messina. Following pickup from your hotel or port, travel via air-conditioned minivan to Montalbano Elicona. Visit a local cheese factory, discover its medieval landmarks, and explore the village’s castle. Finally, stop in a restaurant to enjoy wine and traditional Sicilian nibbles before returning to Messina.

While your ship is in Messina, see more of Sicily with a 6-hour trip to Taormina. Take a guided tour of this historical city, including a stroll along Corso Umberto, once an ancient Roman street, and a visit to the Greco-Roman Theater. Plus, sample Sicilian delicacies, admire views of Mt. Etna and Giardini-Naxos bay from Castelmola, and on return to Messina, check out this ancient port’s highlights. Port and Taormina pickup and drop-off included.

Make the most of your shore excursion with this 4-hour tour of the historic seaside resort of Taormina from Messina. See the beautiful cathedral and spectacular Greek Theater. Enjoy views over the Ionian Sea and Giardini Naxos Bay. Admire Mt. Etna looming over everything. Get a brief tour of Messina before returning to port.